Mock Boursin Au Poivre

Indulge in the creamy, herbaceous goodness of Mock Boursin Au Poivre, a delightful homemade alternative to the beloved French cheese spread. This easy, no-cook recipe combines rich cream cheese, buttery smoothness, and a hint of heavy cream with a medley of dried herbs like parsley, dill, and chives. Finely minced garlic and a generous sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper provide just the right balance of bold flavor and savory sophistication. Ready in just 10 minutes (plus chilling time), this spread is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer served alongside crackers, crusty bread, or crisp veggies. Elevate your next gathering with this herb-infused, peppery delight that’s as effortless as it is irresistible. Keywords: homemade Boursin, cream cheese spread, garlic herb cheese, pepper-flavored dip.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 226 grams Cream cheese
• 56 grams Unsalted butter
• 15 milliliters Heavy cream
• 2 cloves Garlic, finely minced
• 1.5 teaspoons Dried parsley
• 1 teaspoons Dried dill
• 1 teaspoons Dried chives
• 2.5 teaspoons Freshly cracked black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Allow the cream cheese and unsalted butter to come to room temperature. This will make them easier to mix and create a smooth texture.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, unsalted butter, and heavy cream. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the finely minced garlic, dried parsley, dried dill, and dried chives to the mixture. Stir until the herbs and garlic are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Add 2 teaspoons of the freshly cracked black pepper and the salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure the seasoning is evenly incorporated.

Step 5

Transfer the cheese mixture to a serving bowl or ramekin. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 teaspoons of freshly cracked black pepper over the top for garnish and an extra punch of peppery flavor.

Step 7

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy your homemade 'Mock Boursin Au Poivre'!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	313.5 grams (313.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1278

Total Fat 131.10g	168%
Saturated Fat 76.70g	384%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 367mg	122%
Sodium 1908mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 18.90g	7%
Dietary Fiber 2.30g	8%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 15.60g	31%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 295mg	23%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 437mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.5%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 5.7%